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Embracing Humility: Understanding Sinfulness and the Call to Repentance in Romans 2:1-16

This exploration of Romans 2:1-16 highlights the pervasive nature of human sinfulness and the dangers of self-righteousness. Paul challenges believers to recognize their own guilt rather than pass judgment on others, emphasizing the significance of repentance and God's kindness. It stresses the critical choice between persevering in goodness or being self-seeking. The message serves as a profound reminder of the power of the Gospel for salvation, calling us to live a life of penitence, humility, and faithfulness.

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Embracing Humility: Understanding Sinfulness and the Call to Repentance in Romans 2:1-16

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  1. Romans: 2. Human Sinfulness: Self-righteousness Romans 2:1-16 p. 1038

  2. Self realization 1. Who I am 2. What I have done I am a sinner, not just someone who commits sins I am a sinner I have sinned

  3. 1. Perspective • We must ask what the “therefore” is there for! • Go right back to 1:18: “The wrath of God is being revealed” • V 16: “the Gospel ... is the power of God for salvation” • Critical nature of the situation: • FOR in the gospel the righteousness of God is being revealed • FOR the wrath of God is being revealed ... against wickedness • God’s wrath is being revealed • Thereforealsoagainst those who pass judgment on others • because they do the same things

  4. 2. Pride • I do not fit the description entirely ... • Not all Romans or Pagans were debauched either! • Stoic philosophy encouraged virtuous living. • Paul is challenging all “who pass judgment” • Not because it’s wrong to agree with Paul • Because it’s wrong to EXCLUDE ourselves !!! • I am guilty of the same disregard for the wellbeing of others !!!

  5. 3. Penitence • “God’s kindness is intended to bring repentance” • Key words (v 4-5): • “Contempt”; “stubbornness”; “unrepentant heart” • Revealed in how some Christians criticise the church. • Beware: “you are condemning yourself” (v 1) • The story of the Lost sheep (Luke 15:1-7)

  6. 3. Penitence ... Repentance: a fundamental characteristic of the Christian Life

  7. 4. Perseverance • God will repay everyone: • According to what they have done (v. 6) • NOT according to what they believe ! • Obedience and faith are inseparable • Two ways to live: • Persevere in doing good (v 7, 10) • Be self seeking, reject the truth, follow evil (v 8,9) • Ps 62:12 – Faith and trust vs pursuit of evil.

  8. Instead of living in PrideLet us live in Penitence& Persevere in doing good

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